Ricky Joe Scales Obituary
We are sad to announce that on July 18, 2021, at the age of 63, Ricky Joe Scales of Blue Mound, Illinois, born in Decatur, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Scales and Marie Scales (Neese); and his siblings, Mike Scales and Linda Scales. He is survived by: his wife Diane Scales of Blue Mound, IL; his daughter Debbie Lingafelter (Wayne) of Long Creek, IL; his brothers, Nick Scales (Rita) of Harristown, IL, David Scales (Donna) of Mt. Zion, IL and Steve Scales (Kathy) of Cameroon, Africa; his grandchildren, Zach Lingafelter (Riley) of Macon, IL and Alyssa Lingafelter of Sullivan, IL; his great grandchildren, Briggs and Baylor Lingafelter; and also Meredith Miller of Blue Mound, IL.. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Blue Mound Lions Club or Cancer Care Center of Decatur.
